About the College
Field-Tested and Future Focused
The College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources equips students with the tools, experiences and support to create modern solutions for challenges in a changing world. Here, you learn by doing. You’ll study and build your skills alongside faculty and industry experts who are addressing local, regional, and global needs in food systems, sustainability, animal health, and natural resources.
Join us, put your ideas to work, and be part of a community that’s shaping what comes next.
Study the Systems that Sustain our World
Our 16 majors, 18 minors and two certificate options are built to match your strengths, interests and career goals. Whether your passion is animals, plants, business or technology, our professional advisors guide you through your academic journey. Our students and alumni go further by gaining resume-ready experience through internships, research and mentorship from faculty and industry experts.
Inside our College
The College of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Natural Resources brings together teachers, researchers and extension professionals who share your curiosity and drive. As part of a top-tier R1 research university, you'll have access to resources and support beyond traditional institutions. Explore our departments to find your people and see the impact of our Herd.
Scholarships and Student Organizations
Growing Together. Supported by the Herd.
By joining student organizations, clubs and competitive teams, you'll become part of a community and an alumni network that shares your passion. With over 25 clubs tied to our majors and hundreds more across campus, there is truly something for everyone.
CAFSNR awards more than $850,000 in scholarships each year, including renewable awards and full tuition waivers. These scholarships let you focus on learning from the land to lead from the field.
Teaching and Research Facilities
Where Experience Cultivates Innovation
Innovation begins with confidence and hands-on experience. In CAFSNR, you’ll develop skills in precision agriculture, food safety, global trade, and more. From production livestock facilities and greenhouses to specialized labs and research spaces, you’ll spend time in the environments that will shape your future.
Career Opportunities
Collaboration that Creates Opportunity
Whether through an internship, research project or studying agriculture abroad, you’ll graduate with resume-ready experience that employers notice. Agriculture is one of the most diverse and economically important industries in the world. Whether you grew up on a farm or are just starting your journey, you have a place in our Herd.
Explore NDSU Agriculture
Our mission is to prepare students to lead in agriculture, food systems, and natural resources while providing hands-on experiences that shape their futures. We advance knowledge through research that addresses real-world challenges, from sustainable farming and food security to animal health and natural resource management. Through extension programs, we bring solutions directly to communities across North Dakota, supporting families, farmers and local businesses.
By connecting education, research and outreach, NDSU Agriculture creates opportunities for students to learn, grow and make an impact. Explore our programs, research and community initiatives to see the full reach of our work and how you can be part of it.
